National Association of Trade Exchanges
National Association of Trade Exchanges Newsletter
25th Annual Convention Update September 17, 2009
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NATE's 25th anniversary annual convention will be at the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas. The convention is open to all owners and brokers. Over 25 Trade Exchanges have registered so far, the largest NATE convention since 2005.
 
If you have not registered, please do so by Monday, September 21, 2009, the hotel is almost sold out. 
Convention Attendance
 
Thank you to all the members who have already registered.
 
Join us as we unite to celebrate our 25th anniversary. The best is yet to come!
 
Registered Attendees
 
Alamo Barter                                                     
New England Trade                                           
Exchange Enterprises                                       
NCE St. Louis                                                  
American Exchange Network                            
We Trade Network                                             
Southern Barter Exchange                                 
Barter Depot                                                    
Barter Business Exchange                                
IMS                                                                
Business Trade Exchange                                 
TradeAmerican Card                                          
Crescent City Trade                                          
Executive One Alaska                                      
Tradefirst
The Barter Company
NCE Long Island
Metro Trade
American Commerce Exchange
Barter 21
Arizona Trade Exchange
North Louisiana Trade
Trade Network
Trade Source - Arizona
Convention Registration
 
Register Today
The $495.00 convention rate with hotel rooms expires on Monday, September 21, 2009.

After Monday, No hotel rooms will be available through NATE, A convention only fee of $495.00 will be
required to attend. 
 
Convention Information
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You are cordially invited to the 25th annual convention of the National Association of Trade Exchanges. 

The convention will start Sunday, October 25, 2009 and end Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 1 PM.
What's Included
 
  • Saturday, Sunday, Monday Night Accommodations, including room taxes
  • Registration fees for all seminars & events
  • Sunday: Owners Only Brunch, Sunday Cocktail Party (VIP open Bar) & Dinner for all attendees
  • Monday: Full Breakfast, Lunch, and Cocktail Party (VIP open Bar), Dinner & Costume Party
  • Tuesday: Full breakfast

If you register after September 21, 2009 hotel rooms will not be included.

Convention Details
 
The following is an outline of events. Specific details about sessions will be announced soon. 
 
Sunday
Business Owners Meeting - All owners should attend (9 AM 1 1PM)
  • General Business Meeting
  • By Law Changes Vote
  • Budget & finances
  • Elections
  • The BANC
  • Open Forum to discuss issues with NATE and the Barter Industry

Afternoon General Session - Owners & Brokers

 Monday & Tuesday     
Owners & Brokers Sessions
  • Recession and today's Economy
  • What's new in technology
  • Twitter & Facebook & networking Sites
  • Broker Calling Members & Brokering Trades
  • Employee Training - Broker - Sales Manuals
  • Media Sales on barter
  • 25 Ways to Win
  • Hiring & Training your staff
  • And many more - details soon
  • Monday open board meeting in the afternoon
  • Sessions end at 1PM on Tuesday
  • Monday Night Costume Party
 Dress Code & Costume Party
The dress code for the convention will be business casual, please no shorts or T-Shirts.
 
There will be no formal events, instead we are having a costume party. We request that everyone participates, it will be a great time.
 
There will be prizes awarded for best costume, best company theme, and much more.
 
Bylaw Proposed Changes
 
Notice of bylaw changes at annual convention. Bylaw changes require a 2/3 member vote.
 
The board of Directors are recommending all members approve the proposed changes. A copy of the changes can be found at www.natebarter.com
 
If you have questions please call NATE at (617) 763-3311
 
 
Pricing 
 
NATE Members: $495.00 cash - No Trade Fees
 
Non members: $695.00 cash
 
Spouse Fee: $200.00 cash - Includes Sunday & Monday night Cocktail Party and Dinner. 
 
Hotel rooms not included after September 21, 2009
ABOUT GOLDEN NUGGET LAS VEGAS
Golden NuggetWinner of the AAA Four Diamond Award consecutively since 1977, the Golden Nugget Las Vegas is the most luxurious resort on the Fremont Street Experience, and consistently receives critical acclaim for exceeding customer expectations. The Golden Nugget offers more than 1,900 deluxe guestrooms and suites; a high-energy casino featuring the most popular slot and table games, race and sports book, and poker room; nightly entertainment; world-class restaurants; luxury spa and salon; and The Tank, a year-round outdoor swimming pool complete with a 200,000-gallon shark aquarium and new H20 poolside lounge. Since 2005, the Golden Nugget Las Vegas has made more than $170 million in upgrades, renovations  and expansions.  http://www.goldennugget.com/home.asp
We are planning a great convention to celebrate NATE's 25th anniversary. There will be informative sessions, networking opportunities, and of course a lot of fun.  

Thank you for supporting NATE. 
Sincerely,
 

Gary Oshry, Rachel Taylor, Karen Welch, Mary Nove, & Ric Zampatti
National Association of Trade Exchanges